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Kohli is coming in fresh, which is what we are excited about: RCB's Bobat

Virat Kohli's physical and mental freshness will play a crucial role for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in IPL 2024, feels the team's director of cricket, Mo Bobat. Kohli is coming off a two-month break from competitive cricket. He skipped the five-Test series against England at home due to personal reasons. "We all know he is an absolute champion cricketer. He is coming in fresh, which is what we are excited about," Bobat told reporters during the pre-match press conference here on Thursday. "Good little bit of a time off from cricket; he is in a great frame of mind. He has had a good family time and is fresh with energy. "He is looking forward to getting involved (in the season). He has been practising for the last few days and has been hitting the ball brilliantly." Asked if the inexperienced bowling attack would be a disadvantage to the side, Bobat brushed aside such talks. RCB has six specialist bowlers who have played international cricket. While Alzarri Joseph, Lockie Ferguso

Why IPL player pay has not grown in sync with BCCI and franchise revenue?

While the value of IPL has increased by 433%, the salary cap of the franchise has only increased from Rs 20 crore in 2008 to Rs 100 crore in 2024

IPL 2024: CSK vs RCB head-to-head, Chennai pitch report, weather forecast

The two teams have faced each other in 31 matches with the yellow brigade having the upper hand. The match will be played on a relatively slow wicket at the MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai

IPL 2024: Will MSD retire after CSK-RCB match? CSK's wicketkeeping options

Suffering from knee issues, the former India captain had undergone surgery right after the completion of IPL 2023

Moment of my life: RCB ace Shreyanka describes meeting idol Virat Kohli

She was the cynosure of all eyes on Sunday having played a massive role in RCB's WPL triumph but Tuesday night gave 'Purple Cap' winner Shreyanka Patil a chance to enjoy a rare 'Fan Girl' moment with none other than Virat Kohli. The 21-year-old off-spinner, who had been a revelation in both eliminator and final with her match-winning performances at the death, couldn't stop gushing on social media when she realised that her childhood idol actually knew her name. "Started watching cricket cos of him. Grew up dreaming to be like him. And last night, had the moment of my life," she wrote on 'X', posting her picture alongside Kohli from the RCB 'Unbox' event. "Virat said, 'Hi Shreyanka, well bowled.' He actually knows my name," the surreal feeling was yet to sink and it was understandable from her post. Shreyanka was picked up by RCB during inaugural WPL auctions last year at base price of Rs 10 lakh and she finished with six wickets in seven matches, the most for her team. In Septemb

Will RCB lift IPL 2024 trophy? 3 times when Kohli's team came very close

"I will try my very best with my abilities, and my experience to be able to do that for the fans and the franchise," Kohli said at an Unbox event of the RCB

RCB to MI: A look at new jerseys of all 10 teams for IPL 2024 | In pics

Most of the Indian Premier League team announced the arrival of new jerseys for the new season with RCB even changing their name in a special unboxing event

IPL 2024 playoffs predictions: Which teams could secure knockout berths?

According to the Crystal Ball prediction report, Rajasthan Royals (54.8%), Chennai Super Kings (48.9%), Kolkata Knight Rider (46.4%), and Mumbai Indians (44.6%) could make it to the IPL 2024 playoffs

It's a dream of mine to know how it feels like winning IPL trophy: Kohli

Star batter Virat Kohli on Tuesday hoped to emulate the Royal Challengers Bengaluru women's WPL winning feat and add the IPL trophy to the team's cabinet in the upcoming edition of the league, starting from March 22. The Royal Challengers defeated Delhi Capitals on Sunday to clinch the Women's Premier League in the second edition itself, but their male counterparts have been waiting for the title-winning moment for the last 16 years. "It was absolutely amazing. When they won it (WPL), we were watching. Hopefully, we can double it up with the trophies and that will be something truly special," said Kohli during the RCB Unbox event here at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. Kohli, who will start his 17th season with the RCB in IPL 2024, said he would bank on his skillsets and experience to translate the dream of winning the IPL trophy into reality this year. "That's a dream of mine to know what it feels like winning an IPL trophy. I will be here, be a part of the team that wins the trophy fo

RCB has been officially renamed as Royal Challengers Bengaluru ahead of IPL

It's a dream of mine to know how it feels like winning IPL trophy, says Kohli

IPL 2024: Shubman to Russell - list of all MVPs in Indian Premier League

The IPL governing body follows a points system to select the most valuable player (MVP) in an entire season. However, the number of runs scored holds no value in the selection of the MVP.

SKY to Coetzee: Full list of unavailable players, replacements in IPL 2024

The start of the Mumbai Indians' campaign is expected to be marred by the injuries of some key players. Surya, Coetzee, Madhusanka are not fully fit ahead of Indian Premier League 2024

WPL review: Women's Premier League looking to push boundaries, literally

Shafali Verma shimmied down the track and deposited off-spinner Ashleigh Gardner's slot-ball on the off-stump 91 metres over wide long-on for a six, the longest of this year's Women's Premier League. That nearly 20 seconds of explosive moment underlined the fast-evolving landscape of women's cricket -- the increasing infiltration of power and fitness. But it has also accentuated the talk about the possibility of stretching the boundary perimeter similar to that in men's cricket. "Yeah, we have seen some big sixes getting hit this year in the WPL, and a lot of chat is going on about pushing back the boundary lines (in the tournament). The increasing power limit of players is obvious, thanks to their focus on fitness. "But for that (increasing the length of boundary), detailed discussion with players, coaches etc is needed as ultimately, they have the biggest say in matters related to playing conditions," a BCCI official told PTI on condition of anonymity. Irrespective of the future

WPL 2024: RCB captain Mandhana reveals the reason behind team's success

Smriti Mandhana's self-belief wavered in pressure situations last year but this season she was able to conquer the demons in her mind when pushed against the wall, helping RCB land their first major title in franchise cricket. Speaking to media after RCB beat Delhi Capitals in a low-scoring WPL final, Mandhana said she has matured as a captain and player since last season. "One thing that I have learned is to believe in yourself. That was something which lacked in me last year when it did go wrong. "I doubted a few things in myself but that was the real conversation with my mind, I need to keep trusting myself and I think that was the biggest learning for me," said Mandhana on Sunday night. The second season saw Mandhana getting her hands on the trophy while Harmanpreet Kaur had led Mumbai Indians to the title in the inaugural edition. That only shows the depth of Indian cricket, said Mandhana. "Last year when MI and DC were playing in the final, somewhere deep down I hoped that .

IPL 2024: Virat Kohli joins Royal Challengers Bangalore training camp

Superstar Virat Kohli on Monday made his first appearance in the training session of his franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore ahead of the IPL beginning March 22. Kohli, who was out of the country for the birth of his second child, arrived in India on Sunday. The former India and RCB captain was seen taking rounds of the Chinnaswamy Stadium as part of his warm-up. Skipper Faf du Plessis also attended the session. RCB, who have never won the IPL, begin their campaign against reigning champions Chennai Super Kings in Chennai on Friday. Kohli's performance in the lucrative T20 league will be closely tracked as the event precedes the T20 World Cup in the USA and Caribbean. The 35-year-old played his first T20 since the 2022 World Cup back in January against Afghanistan. Skipper Rohit Sharma also made a comeback in that series and is expected to lead India in the T20 World Cup beginning June 1. Kohli also missed the five-match home Test series against England due to his family ...

IPL 2024 - It's unbelievable batting with Virat: RCB skipper Du Plessis

Royal Challengers Bangalore skipper Faf du Plessis says Virat Kohli's infectious energy, which easily rubs off on everyone, is the secret of the brilliant on-field and an equally fulfilling off-field equation he shares with the Indian superstar. Du Plessis, who took over the team's captaincy after Kohli decided to step down at the end of the 2021 season, said batting with the prolific right-hander is an "unbelievable experience". "It's unbelievable batting with him. He is one of the favourite guys I like to bat with. He brings out so much energy in me, like sometimes, I feel I am fist bumping my glove though his hand because he gets so passionate being out there in the middl," Du Plessis told 'Star Sports'. "It's really infectious the way he gives that energy,... how this guy is always on and how does he manage it...on the field while catching balls, we both are very competitive and make sure we get those good catches for the team," the stylish right-hander said. He might not be th

RCB lifts WPL trophy: Check Women's Premier League winner prize money here

Royal Challengers Bangalore ended their 16-year drought and won their first T20 trophy by defeating table-toppers Delhi Capitals in a spirited show by Smriti Mandhana and co

WPL 2024 DC vs RCB Final Highlights: Perry, bowlers take Bangalore to title

WPL 2024 Delhi Capitals W vs Royal Challengers Bangalore W Highlights: Ellyse Perry and the three spinners Sophie Molineux, Shreyanka Patil and Asha Sobhana took the the Bangalore side to the title

WPL 2024: Virat Kohli congratulates Smriti Mandhana as RCB lifts trophy

With women lifting the WPLK trophy, RCB won the first title among men and women in the 16-year-old existence of the club in both the Indian Premier League and WPL

Women's Premier League winners list, runners-up, key stats of WPL 2024

Women's Premier League 2024 key stats: Ellyse Perry won the orange cap after hitting most runs in WPL 2024, while her teammate Shreyanka Patil won the purple cap, taking most 13 wickets in WPL 2024.